Quality Gazebos – How to Enjoy Your Garden Whatever the Weather

When the sun comes out, however briefly, our thoughts naturally turn to enjoying the outdoor space and entertaining family and friends. It’s a great time to be getting out the barbecue, taking off the garden furniture covers and wiping down the outdoor dining set.

Alfresco dining can be very enjoyable and gardens can often accommodate more guests than a room inside the house. However it’s best not leave your entertainment to chance so this is where a good quality garden gazebo is invaluable. Ask yourself, how much do you really trust the British weather?

It can be very frustrating to plan an outdoor social event only to hear the dreaded news that the sun will be short lived and the rain will soon be back. As with most things, it is advisable to have a backup plan to save yourself from a total wash-out.

Garden gazebos are an increasingly popular choice and can create an extra outdoor room in effect. They vary greatly in materials, price and longevity, so choose one depending on your needs.

Metal Gazebos

Metal Framed Regatta Gazebo 4M x 3M

Metal framed gazebos are also very popular. They are available in a range of sizes so it depends on the size of party that you wish to accommodate. The poles are fairly lightweight and slot together easily. Kits are available to securely fix the gazebo to the ground should it happen to be a breezy day.  The canopy tends to be more durable than a simple pop up gazebo and is usually waterproof; however we would still recommend dismantling it in bad weather and storing it carefully.

Hardwood Gazebos

Riviera Hardwood Gazebo 3m x 3m

 A more permanent choice is the hardwood gazebos now on the market that are highly durable and a great feature for the garden. Often used to provide privacy around a garden hot tub, they can also easily accommodate a large garden dining table and come with removable side curtains and mosquito nets. Hardwood gazebos can provide excellent protection so the party can go on long into the evening without fear of those pesky insect bites. And should the rain choose to fall, fear not, the canopy is fully waterproof.

Wooden gazebo ranges are designed to be a more permanent feature in the garden so do not need disassembling. However we would always recommend that the canopy be removed and stored in particularly bad weather to extend the life of the product. As with the metal gazebos, replacement canopies and side curtains are available should they wear out after a number of years.

Pop-up Gazebos and Party tents

Hexagonal Gazebo 4.5M

A pop up gazebo, or party tent, is a simple cover solution that can be erected in a very short time and can be taken virtually anywhere. They are great for providing some shade from hot sun or for protecting guests from a sudden shower.

These are becoming more popular with campers who like to have a lounge/dining area they can use even in adverse weather. Gazebos are a great alternative to having the whole family crammed into a damp tent.

Gazebo Accessories

There is an ever increasing range of accessories that can complement your quality gazebo, no matter what sort you choose. The canopy can be fitted with lights that can be powered either by mains or rechargeable batteries. It’s also possible to keep the temperature as you need it with a new range of Heatwave heaters that are safe to be used inside the gazebo but should never be left unattended.

Enjoy your garden for longer whatever the weather decides with a high quality garden gazebo – just don’t leave it to chance.